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If you're searching for a hot hatchback that's every bit as easy on the eyes as it is a joy to drive, we here at Shottenkirk Ford Jasper think you might like to have a look at ours, the 2017 Ford Focus RS.

And why's that, exactly?

We'll let AutoGuide.com Road Test Editor Dan Ilika explain; ride along with him right here:

No doubt its marquee attraction, the Focus RS's turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine is straight-up sublime.

Mustering a mammoth 350 horsepower and 350 pound-feet of torque, this four-cylinder mates with a six-speed…

You may have lost your cool in the last election and put a bumper sticker on your car that, in hindsight, you're not proud of. Fortunately, this impulsive mistake is easier to erase than that tattoo we won't mention.

Here's how to get rid of a bumper sticker:

1. Carefully peel an edge up with your fingernail or a plastic razor
2. Spray under it with WD-40
3. Continue to spray WD-40 as you pull parallel with the surface of the paint (same as waxing your legs—ladies, you know what I'm talking about)
4. If any adhesive remains stuck…

.@Ford might not offer the Fiesta in the US in 2018. Details: https://t.co/uuM5pYzVf0 pic.twitter.com/Qq4GuigjPV

— Autoblog (@therealautoblog) July 31, 2017

While European drivers have long favored fuel-efficient minicars, the U.S. has always followed a "bigger is better" philosophy. Back in the mid-2000s, rising gas prices forced many Jasper drivers turned to smaller models like the Ford Fiesta.

Gas prices are down again, however, and automakers have seen a surge in sales for larger SUVs and trucks.

Could this spell the end of the Ford Fiesta in America?

Ford recently unveiled the..

Americans love "that new car smell." But @Ford's "golden nose" oder testers know that the Chinese don't like it: https://t.co/81W0zrNdrq pic.twitter.com/el1m3shrn6

— Autoblog (@therealautoblog) July 31, 2017

It's a fact: Americans love that new-car smell. Jasper drivers buying pre-owned cars might even hang an air freshener scented like "new car" just to give their older ride a premium feel.

This is not the case in China, where chemical smells are avoided at all costs.

Ford Motor Company uses smell-testers to ensure their new vehicles smell just right, no matter where in the…

Is your Ford vehicle in need of maintenance or repairs here in the greater Jasper, GA area? Here at Shottenkirk Ford of Jasper, we're committed to providing Ford drivers in the area with the quickest, most convenient and most affordable maintenance and repair process possible. From routine maintenance like an oil change or tire rotation, to a more hands on repair like a brake servicing or engine repair, our expert technicians will provide your vehicle with the expertise and genuine Ford parts it needs to continue performing at the highest level for many more miles to come!

Here at Shottenkirk Ford of Jasper, we want to help all of our customers find the vehicle that's right for them. We know that not everyone is looking to buy a new Ford vehicle, and sometimes, used vehicles can even tend to fall out of the price range of the average car shopper. That's why we've focused on compiling a wonderful selection of used vehicles that are sure to fit the budget of every driver within our wide selection of bargain vehicles. 

The 2018 @Ford Expedition boasts a maximum tow rating of 9,300 pounds.https://t.co/lw3ljpW6PD pic.twitter.com/YVbigbQKFv

— Kelley Blue Book (@KelleyBlueBook) June 4, 2017

The Ford Expedition has always been one of the heaviest-hauling SUVs out there. With its body-on-frame construction and rear-wheel drive, it's a truck on the inside. After a long-awaited overhaul, the 2018 Expedition will boast even more towing power than ever, earning the distinction of being best in its class.

Its SAE-certified maximum trailering capacity is now 9,300 pounds, a 100-pound improvement...